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Sunset Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Santa Barbara with free parking

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Garden
Property grounds
Deluxe Room (Two Queen Beds and sofabed)
Garden
King Room with Spa Access

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$140
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec

Explore the area

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3504 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA, 93105
  • Place, Upper State Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Barbara Golf Club
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Earl Warren Showgrounds
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Jetted bath
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Jetted bath
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Jetted bath
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

Suite, 1 King Bed, Jetted Tub

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
  • 37 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room (Two Queen Beds and sofabed)

Deluxe Room (Two Queen Beds and sofabed)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Plasma TV
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Jetted bath
  • 19 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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King Room with Spa Access

King Room with Spa Access

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room with Two Double Beds

Double Room with Two Double Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Jetted bath
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Santa Barbara

Sunset Motel places you steps from Upper State Street and within a 10-minute stroll of Santa Barbara Golf Club. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and plasma TVs. .This motel has free WiFi in public areas and a 24-hour front desk. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In the area of this San Roque motel, you'll find Santa Barbara Zoo.
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What's nearby

  • Upper State Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Santa Barbara Golf Club - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • La Cumbre Plaza - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Earl Warren Showgrounds - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • UC Santa Barbara Station - 10 min drive
  • Santa Barbara, CA (SBA-Santa Barbara Municipal) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Taqueria La Unica - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Lure Fish House - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Sunset Motel

Motel in Santa Barbara with free parking
WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Santa Barbara motel.

  • 17 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Sunset Motel offers 17 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Plasma televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include in-room jetted baths and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Fridges, hairdryers and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sunset Motel?

Sunset Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunset Motel?

As of 16 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunset Motel on 17 Dec 2025 start from AU$140.13, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Sunset Motel?

Yep, Sunset Motel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Sunset Motel?

The closest beach to Sunset Motel is Arroyo Burro Beach (4.3 km).

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Sunset Motel?

No, but there are Jetted bath in the guestrooms.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sunset Motel?

No, Sunset Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sunset Motel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sunset Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Sunset Motel?

There isn't one on site, but Santa Barbara Golf Club is a short 7-minute walk away.

Reviews

Sunset Motel Reviews

7.4

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 327 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 298 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 187 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 99 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 89 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Micaela

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Guido

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Relatively cheap for Santa Barbara. Decent but average. It is noisier than expected.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joanna

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gross.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Calvin

There was a hole in the bathroom wall, as if someone who stayed in said room before opened the bathroom door with force and left a door handle sized hole.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenny

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

The room was
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Luis A

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not worth the $300—wish I’d stayed elsewhere. The place is seriously run down. The beds are ancient and on rollers, so good luck staying in one spot—any movement and you're halfway across the room. We could hear everything from the couple next door (they only lasted 4 minutes, if you're curious), so privacy is nonexistent. The toilet was cramped, the shower was grimy, and overall the room felt neglected. The lady at the front desk was kind, but that doesn’t make up for the condition of the place. Sorry, but this was a hard pass for me. Won’t be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a very unexpected stay. My room was so very clean. And it is affordable. I would return.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Compassionate Check-in

The Lady Proprietor at the hotel was very kind while assiting me with a challenge when I was checking in. This compassionate event made my stay very comforting. Thank you for you kindness.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felix

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Akshara

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Gregory A.

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an older property. It is tired and needs updating. Not bad for what you get in Santa Cruz.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

dongsheng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Annick

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fried leaked water on the floor every where. Room smelt of weed smoke. During the night was woken up by neighbor smoking weed in the room next door.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mantosh

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very good place
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Home managed by wonderfully kind staff. Extremely clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We liked every facet. Extremely clean! The management and staff were kind and wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was fine, clean. Stafff was courteous and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

If your expectations are low…

Rooms were small. Not enough plugs for charging. Needs upgrades.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025